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Communication Plan in Project Management [Practical Template]

Effective communication is the foundation of a successful project. Sadly, it doesn't always work as it is supposed to - and in fact, many projects face this problem. If you haven't used a communication plan in past projects, it's worth trying and discovering what benefits it may bring to you and your team.

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Software Development Standards: ISO compliance and Agile

Agile software methods have created a heated discussion between promoters of big-design-upfront (BDUF) and promoters of agile development methodologies. What appears to be at the heart of the discussion is a worry about the lack of documentation that is expected to be created as part of the agile development process.

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7 Key Elements of Effective Software Requirements Specification

Software requirements specification helps meet project goals and functional requirements, but the creation process can be tedious, puzzling, and messy. So, what are software houses or business leaders expected to do? Although there are no standardized solutions to their problems there are ways through which time and money can both be saved while minimizing the errors.

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Top 3 Product Team Structures — Which is the Best? [Pros & Cons]

The Product Management team brings an idea to fruition for what has been at the conceptual stage to that of the actual usage by the end-user. They ensure the products and services offered are aligning with the market requirements for serving the customer needs. The PM team is also responsible for maintaining its corporate goals at every stage of the product development cycle.

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Team Building for Startups — How to Build a Team of Explorers?

The essence of growth of the organization and creation of a product begins by putting in place an effective winning team. And for startup organizations, the team size may be considerably smaller, and building them along with building the organization goes hand in glove. Building a team involves bringing remote workers to work on a common goal. And each of them may vary in their skills, thinking, personality traits, and demographic backgrounds too.

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Web Application Security - Best Practises & Checklist

If there is a vulnerability, it will be exploited. That’s why security on a project or in the company looms large especially you work with sensitive customer data. We understand this need and we take care of web applications security at every stage and do our best to expand our knowledge in this matter.

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How to Interview Software Developers Remotely

Employees are a company’s most valuable asset. Hiring the right people will determine whether your projects and your company succeeds or fails. Preparation is needed, you must be familiar with the candidate and the role to formulate the right questions. Interviewing software developers remotely requires diligence, carefully listen to the candidate’s responses, ask the right follow up questions and record your notes.

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Hire Software Developers for Startup — 5 Easy Steps for Founders

Find developers may seem difficult especially if you are just starting out as a startup. But if you prepare properly it will surely be more rewarding whether you want to hire a backend developer, frontend developer, or senior tech talent. Even for early stage startups hiring talented developers or team could have a huge impact. That's why it's a good idea to prepare for this and know which developers your company needs.

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IT Outsourcing Pros and Cons: Do the Benefits Outweigh the Risks?

If you’ve never outsourced software development before, it might seem a little intimidating to start outsourcing. That’s perfectly understandable! Putting your trust in external IT company to deliver you IT project is a big decision in any capacity, especially when the success of your business as a whole can depend on it. 78% of businesses have a positive view of outsourcing.

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Tableau Embedded Analytics: 5 Keys to Implementation Success

Analytics capabilities are becoming increasingly important in both consumer and enterprise applications. There is no doubt that analytics can help you grow and succeed. This article shows how to de-risk your embedded analytics journey. The few items outlined here will get you started and provide you with some critical points to consider, ensuring your success with your Tableau embedded analytics project.